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The Apopka Voice
Published August 24Why millions of people around the world will contract measles in 2026
Nearly 11 million people worldwide are expected to contract measles this year, according to the World Health Organization. Although safe and effective vaccines are available, supply shortages and declining vaccination rates have left millions of children vulnerable.
The Apopka Voice
Published August 24Everything coming to Apple TV+ in September
Apple TV+ will add four major premieres in September, including "Mayday," "Last Seen," a new season of "Slow Horses" and the McConaughey-Harrelson comedy "Brothers." New episodes of "Ted Lasso," "Dark Matter" and "Women in Blue" also will arrive throughout the month, while "Silo"…
Bungalower
Published August 24Lilly Pulitzer Returns to Park Avenue in Tuni’s Former Corner
Lilly Pulitzer is back on Park Avenue, this time in the storefront left behind by one of Winter Park’s longest-running local boutiques. The national resort-wear brand is now open at 301 S. Park Avenue, taking over the prominent corner at Park and New England avenues that was home…
Bungalower
Published August 24Nosferatu Is Back at The Ren, and This Time You’re in the Middle of It
At Nosferatu, you do not just watch the show. You are part of it. The Renaissance Theatre Company’s signature immersive vampire experience returns Sept. 4, sending audiences through rooms, hallways and hidden corners of its Princeton Street warehouse as scenes unfold around them.…
The Apopka Voice
Published August 23In case you missed it: City Hall changes, election results, and community assistance lead the week
Apopka's leading stories included proposed changes at City Hall, expanded public-comment opportunities and Orange County election results. Community coverage highlighted the restoration of a hurricane-damaged home and an urgent request for food-pantry donations.
The Apopka Voice
Published August 23Apopka CRA to consider $7.8 million budget, property purchases and homebuyer assistance
The Apopka CRA will consider a $7.8 million budget, two property acquisitions, and a program offering homebuyers up to $30,000 in down-payment assistance. Monday's agenda also includes decorative lighting for East 5th Street, an extension of the agency's term, and future design…
VoxPopuli
Published August 22Winter Garden considers 7% garbage rate increase for 2027 | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
If adopted, the increase could cost homeowners an additional $1.74 per month.
El Osceola Star
Published August 21Seaworld Orlando desata a ” Pestilenece” en una experiencia de terror al estilo de los años 90
Orlando, FL – SeaWorld Orlando intensificó el terror y el ritmo con Scream & Sweat, un evento exclusivo de preestreno para medios e invitados que transformó el Nautilus Theater en…
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Published August 20Ocoee increases fire fee to offset rising costs, anticipated loss of property tax revenue | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Homeowners will pay nearly $400 starting in October.
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Published August 19OC Mayor’s race, District 2 Commission go to runoff, Congressional race set for Webster seat | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Gallo wins School Board Chair; Walton Johnson wins Clerk of Courts Primary.
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Published August 19Property taxes top of mind for Ocoee, Winter Garden voters on Election Day | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Regardless of party affiliation, the outcome of Amendment 3 was a primary concern.
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Published August 19Behind the scenes at the Supervisor of Elections as poll clerks ready for Aug. 18 Election Day | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Saturday was Supply Distribution Day for the poll clerks managing more than 260 poll locations for Tuesday's primary and county elections. Watch the video for a peek behind the scenes.